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P244 GPE

1996 Kawasaki VN1500

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,107 mi
Last recorded36,107 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Kawasaki VN150018,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP244 GPE
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1500
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 36,107 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 33,841 miles
Fail 14 May 2024 33,841 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 29,445 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1500?

Based on 10,943 MOT tests across 1,017 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
649
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,017
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 128
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 69
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 65
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 59
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 52
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P244 GPE is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Kawasaki VN1500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 18,158 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN1500 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P244 GPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1500 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Kawasaki VN1500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P244 GPE registered?

P244 GPE is a 1996 Kawasaki VN1500, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P244 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P244 GPE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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